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Tag Archives: Sandy Neily
Cooler Surprise. Deer Flies. Acres of Lettuce.
Sandra Neily here: There’s a moment on every camping trip where you peer into the cooler to see what’s left floating around down there. A “Cooler Surprise” meal with a bit of everything often has us thinking over the whole … Continue reading
Moosehead. The Kennebec. And An Endless Steps Workout
OH MY! Wildlife delivers $1.4 billion to Maine’s economy; $1.9 billion w multipliers. Begs the question, is the Moosehead Region ready to secure this and other nature-based economic assets against inappropriate development or over-use? Do all of Maine’s ‘gateway’ communities … Continue reading
Messiah. Nutcracker. Blizzards. Butter. And Gratitude.
Up to my waist in broken ice, snowshoes scrambling for good footing in the melting marsh, I struggled for breath as freezing water saturated clothing and skin. I wasn’t too busy to miss Pock sinking into a happy crouch. My dog was a Lab. Water—any water— was heaven-sent.
I learned to respect March outings by keeping close to shore where it’s only ankle deep. Or taking a nap.
“Nooooooo,” I yelled. “No, don’t jump! Not fun in here. Not FUN! Continue reading
Social Distancing in Maine Means ‘Get Out There!’
Sandra Neily here, admitting I’ve put way too many frozen veggies in the freezer. Given how some things are flying off the shelves as people prepare to stay home more, there does not seem to be a run on frozen … Continue reading
Not The Usual Romance Suspects
Dear Readers, I am reposting my contribution from Valentine’s day for a couple of reasons: 1. people said they liked it and wished it could be up longer and 2. I’ve spent some recent time in the ER and have … Continue reading
A Summer on the Road
Kate Flora: It seems like every summer, despite the deadlines that loom, instead of sitting peacefully at my desk, occasionally glancing out at blue sky and blue sea, I am in my car, driving to libraries and book events all over … Continue reading
What Do You Recommend? Groan. (Must Be Summer in Maine)
It’s July! When everyone in the world I know suddenly decides it’s time to visit me in Maine. I am often sure the “Maine” part looms large over the “me” part. But it’s time to arm yourself with a great … Continue reading
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